Dr. Val Slayton: The prescription for good health starts with selecting the right Medicare plan
As a physician, the last thing I want is for a patient to make decisions about their health and well-being…
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Craig Williams: An unlikely alliance with Sen. Mitch McConnell proves there’s always common ground
If you watch cable news, you may feel dispirited by the current state of our political affairs. We are constantly…
Jim Waters: Anticompetitive certificate of need laws wrong prescription with serious side effects
Lawmakers who oppose repealing Kentucky’s certificate of need requirements limiting medical providers from opening new facilities or expanding existing ones…
Constance Alexander: Suicide is a timeless topic with a sad history and one that remains stigmatized
The telegram from Cincinnati said, “Come at once. Fannie is dead.” With just six words, the Helm family of Junction…
Commentary: Kentucky Coal Association needs to face the facts about true cause of power failures
By Julia Finch and Drew Foley Kentucky Sierra Club In his September 13 guest column, Kentucky Coal Association President Tucker…
Jamie Ruehl: Kentuckians face decision for governor — two candidates and three personas
Kentucky is faced with a decision this November for governor between two candidates and three personas. Our Commonwealth’s decision is…
Constance Alexander: Vibrant arts experiences a testament to impact of arts on greater community
Lovett Auditorium levitated on Thursday night, capping off a week of vibrant arts experiences at Murray State University. The extravaganza…
Tucker Davis: Coal kept the lights on, despite Sierra Club blaming coal-fired generators for Dec. outages
Recently, the Sierra Club has been spreading a blatantly false narrative that the rolling blackouts experienced during Winter Storm Elliott…
Aaron Thompson: Students headed to college have many worries, value of education shouldn’t be one
If you or your child headed off to campus this fall, you’re probably worried about a lot of things. Whether…
Constance Alexander: Penguin Project ‘miracle’ brings production of Guys & Dolls, Jr. to Playhouse stage
A miracle occurred at Murray’s Playhouse in the Park last week. In rehearsal on Tuesday, actors and their mentors were…
Bill Straub: House Republicans are moving along, without sufficient evidence, on Biden impeachment
House Republicans, unrenowned for their lucidity these days, are hell-bent to impeach President Biden, perhaps before the year is out,…
Dave Hatter: Technology and cybersecurity go hand-in-hand in effort to counter threat from China
As a professional with more than three decades in the information technology (IT) and cybersecurity world, I’ve had a front…
John Schickel: Join us in honoring Irene and Charlie Patrick during Sept. 13 Boone County Senior Picnic
The annual Boone County Senior Picnic will be held Wednesday, September 13, at the Boone County Fairgrounds, and a very…
Constance Alexander: Recently discovered images inspire a deep dive into Artificial Intelligence
Even with a smartphone, I seldom take pictures. I am a word person. My husband, an artist and outstanding photographer,…
John Schickel: Robby Mills is a solid choice and will make an excellent lieutenant governor for Kentucky
I love good political theater, and neither candidate for governor disappointed me at Fancy Farm this year. It was great….
Commentary: Can you guess? We checked out the number of EV/Hybrid cars in Campbell County
By Mike Radwanski, Vice Mayor Beth Fennell, and City Manager Thomas J. Fromme Have you noticed more Electric Vehicles…
Jamie Ruehl: On this one issue, Andy Beshear is (almost) a Republican
For me, this is a slightly uncomfortable admission: I agree with Andy Beshear on a specific subject. As someone…
Constance Alexander: Historical marker placed in honor of Murray’s Douglass schools community
Driving rain, threats of flash floods, booming thunder, and fierce lightning pounded Murray through the night on Thursday and into…
Jim Waters: Mountain of evidence confirms denying parental choice wrong song for Kentucky
It’s music to my ears hearing legislative leaders reiterate with unwavering conviction that bringing school choice to Kentucky remains a…
Constance Alexander: Check from governor launches Murray Art Guild transition, lauds non-profits
When Governor Andy Beshear showed up at MSU’s Wrather Auditorium recently, the most enthusiastic members of the crowd represented local…
Constance Alexander: Margaret Trevathan, woman of many talents, honored at library dedication
Girl Scout leader, mentor, librarian, community leader, gourmet cook, gardener, guardian of the arts and literacy, wife, mother, grandmother, great…
Letter to the Editor: Aaron Gillum says Boone Board of Education ‘unprepared’ and ignoring rules of order
On both 6/8/2023 and on 6/20/2023, I attended and observed meetings of the Boone County Board of Education. Robert’s Rules…